2019 Gumbo final - Book - Page 169
ne place that really changed my life was traveling to Northern Ireland.
There was this park called Giant’s Causeway, and right next to it were
these coastal cliffs. When I was standing on the edge of those cliffs, just looking
down at the water, there was nothing separating me from falling. I don’t know
what it was, but when I was standing there, that was the most alive I’ve ever felt.
It really shattered my fear of heights. It was a negative thing for me, because
that was always one way I defined myself. Nothing can beat the feeling of
overcoming something negative that’s always been in the back of your mind.
Also, I play pool at the West Campus Apartments pretty often, and if you’re
interested in 1-v-1, DM me and we can talk about it.
-Ethan Smith
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